1968-69

VICTORIA

REPORT

OF THE

NATIONAL PARKS AUTHORITY

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30rH JUNE, 1967

Ordered by the Legislative Assembly to be printed, 23rd April, 1969.

By Authority; A, C. BROOKS, GOVERNMENT PRINTER, MELBOURNE, No. 36.-3367/69.-PrucE 30 cents.

NATIONAL PARKS AUTHORITY

ELEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30th JUNE, 1967

To the Honorable Sir Henry Bolte, K.C.M.G., M.L.A., Premier of Victoria, Melbourne, 3002.

SIR,

In accordance with the requirements of Section 15 of the National Parks Act 1958 (No. 6326), the Authority has the honour to submit to you for presentation to Parliament, its Eleventh Annual Report covering its activities for the year ended 30th June, 1967.

THE AUTHORITY. The membership of the National Parks Authority during the year under review was as follows :- Chairman : The Honorable J. W. Manson, M.L.A., Minister of State Development. Deputy Chairman : J. H. Aldred, F.R.I.P.A. Members: A. J. Holt, Secretary for Lands ; A. 0. P. Lawrence, B.Sc. (Adel.), Dip. For. (Oxon), Dip. For. (Canberra), Chairman, Forests Commission of Victoria ; R. G. Downes, M.Agr.Sc., F.A.I.A.S., Chairman, Soil Conservation Authority ; A. Dunbavin Butcher, M.Sc. (Melb.), Director of Fisheries and Wildlife ; Dewar W. Goode, representing organizations concerned with the protection of native fauna and flora ; G. T. Thompson, A.M.I.E. (Aust.) to 2nd February, 1967, and thereafter ; G. Pizzey, representing persons having a special interest in national parks ; E. H. R. Burt, representing the Victorian Ski Association ; G. E. Hindle, representing the Victorian Government Tourist Bureau ; L. H. Smith, M.Sc., D.Phil. (Oxon.), F.R A.C.I., Director of National Parks.

MEETINGS. The Tourist Development Authority, as in previous years, kindly allowed the Authority the use of its Board Room for the eleven meetings held during the year. In addition, meetings were held of special committees, dealing with Fire Protection, Legislation and Conservation. STAFF. During the year the Authority obtained the services of a fourth administrative officer. 4

RANGER TRAINING. The Authority arranged for its Chief Technical Officer (Mr. T. E. Arthur) to attend the U.S. National Parks Services Ranger Training Course conducted from March to July, 1967 at Grand Canyon, Colorado. Mr. Arthur was also able to improve his knowledge in this sphere by visiting a number of National and State Parks in U.S.A. and Canada, and by examining the State Park System of California. The Authority feels that the knowledge gained by Mr. Arthur during his visit overseas will find application in future Ranger Training Courses and in many other ways.

VISITS OF INSPECTION. The Authority inspected the following National Parks during the year, The Lakes, Glenaladale, Mount Buffalo, Wilson's Promontory, Fraser, Port Campbell, Tarra Valley, Bulga and Kinglake. All other national parks were visited by the Director or by technical staff.

WORKS PROGRAMMES. As in previous years, the Committees of Management submitted Works Programmes for their respective parks. After careful analysis, an operations budget was drawn up for each park in respect of the year ended 30th June, 1967.

FIRE PROTECTION. The planning of works by the Fire Protection Committee designed to prevent fires in national parks continued throughout the year. It is pleasing to report that only four small fires occurred in national parks during the year ended 30th June, 1967. Three occurred in Fern Tree Gully National Park and one at Wilson's Promontory. The Authority thanks the Forests Commission for its help in suppressing fires in national parks and the Country Fire Authority whose volunteer fire-fighters at the four fires mentioned numbered over 100 men. The Authority views with grave concern the fact that two of the fires were apparently deliberately lit and the other two were allegedly caused by the inadequate supervision by neighbouring land-owners of their own burning-off activities.

LEGISLATION. In April, 1967, an area of 342 acres, situated approximately three miles distant from the town of Yinnar was dedicated as the Morwell National Park. It features the epiphytic Butterfly Orchid (Sarcochilus australis) and boasts a tall forest with a very beautiful fern gully. The declaration of this area as a national park was made possible by the co-operation of the Morwell Shire Council which provided half of the finance required to purchase the land, the other half being a special grant from the Government.

LEASES AND PERMITS. Tidal River Cafe. Following the inability of the lessee (Mrs. Amalia Unger) to continue the lease of the cafe after Easter 1966, and as the first step to ensure that the cafe would be operating during the 1966-67 holiday period, the Authority bought the lessee's unreverted interest in the building, as well as the furnishings and equipment. As a short-term measure a lease to operate the cafe from 3rd December, 1966 to 2nd April, 1967, was issued to Mr. K. F. Blunden. Plans are now well advanced to increase the capacity of the cafe and to modernize the interior. When this work has been completed, it is hoped to obtain a lessee to operate the cafe over a three-year period.

Hotel /Motel-Tidal River. The Annual Report of 1965-66 referred to the granting by the Authority of a lease to Chalet International Pty. Ltd. ; but, following a subsequent request by that company, the Authority agreed to the surrender of the lease in February, 1967.

COMMITTEES OF MANAGEMENT. The membership of the Committees of Management for the various national parks is set out in Appendix 1. 5

THE NATIONAL PARKS. At the close of the year there were twenty national parks in Victoria, located as shown in Figure I. Notes on each of the parks follow.

1. WYPERFELD NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. There has been no change in membership during the period under review.

Visitor Statistics. Over 5,000 visitors were recorded during the year.

Park Activities. Fire protection measures have been extended with the construction of further fire access tracks. The drought conditions and diminished rainfall (only 997 points were recorded as compared with an annual average of 1,346 points for the previous eight years) have combined to accelerate the Authority's plans to construct a suitable catchment in the park to make the best of the rain which falls there.

Conservation. The plot fenced some years ago for regeneration of native flora contains an abundance of sturdy Native pines some of which have attained a height of 4 feet. As a voluntary project during December, 1966, a party of Ararat High School students fenced twelve plots for the regeneration of Native pines in an area stripped of these trees during the serious fires of 1946. The practical interest shown by the boys in this work is greatly appreciated.

Flora and Fauna. In July, 1966, a pair of Blue-Faced Honey-eaters (Entomyzon cyanotis) established themselves in the park. With their advent, the native bird list for the park was increased by one to 201 species.

Condition of the Park. The park is well cared for but, at the end of June, 1967, was showing the effects of the low rainfall during the year and the lack of feed was having an adverse effect on the animal life, notably the kangaroos.

2. KINGLAKE NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. There was no change in the membership of the Committee during the year. However, due to pressure of his present duties, Mr. S. C. Green, an officer of the Forests Commission, found it necessary to resign from the position of secretary, after ten years of valuable service. Mr. K. J. Douglass, another officer of the Forests Commission, was appointed as Mr. Green's successor from 7th March, 1967.

Visitors. The number of visitors along with fees paid for this period is given in the following table, which also shows comparative figures for the past few years.

1958-59. 1960-61. 1964-65. 1966-67.

Number of visitors 16,000 21,000 35,000 44,700 63,000

Fees paid (dollars) .. j 825 1,574 2,068 2,088 3,519 ---- -··------'---·--······ ______:______Park Activities. During the year under review, J~ miles of fire protection tracks were maintained and 1t miles of tracks capable of carrying fire tankers were constructed. In the same period miles of tourist tracks were maintained. The lowering of the water table caused by the dry season necessitated the making of extensions to the bore-casing in Jehosophat Gully. 6

During the year, at Mason's Falls picnic area, erection of the second brick toilet for that area was commenced and terracing of the picnic area and gravelling of the parking area were completed.

Condition of the Park. The park is well cared for and in good condition.

3. FERN TREE GULLY NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. The Committee lost the services of Mr. C. L. Nobelius who had represented local interests since the inception of the Authority until his death on 1st May, 1967. Mr. A. Blair, J.P., also a representative of local interests for the past thirteen years, resigned on 2nd February, 1967. Mr. D. P. Maguire was appointed to the Committee on 4th May, 1967, vice Mr. Blair.

Visitor Statistics. The total number of visitors during the year was estimated at 70,000. The park maintains its popularity as a venue for annual picnics of school, church and social organizations and for family barbecues.

Park Activities. The usual fire protection measures were carried out during the year and tracks were maintained. A number of fires occurred in the park, but were brought under control by officers of the Forests Commission and Country Fire Authority volunteers. Under the supervision of a technical officer of the Authority, Forests Commission and park employees made a vigorous and successful attack on noxious weeds, especially blackberries. This was the first stage of a planned campaign to eradicate blackberries in the park.

Condition of the Park. The park generally is in good condition, and is showing encouraging signs of recovering from the fire which severely damaged it in January, 1962.

4. WILSON'S PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. The only change in membership was the replacement of Mr. D. R. Debnam as Tourist Development Authority representative by Mr. H. W. Brandy.

Visitor Statistics. The number of visitors to the park during the year under review is shown in Tables 1 and 2. Table 3 shows the revenue derived from park services and the wages expended on park employees.

TABLE 1.-MONTHLY FIGURES FOR VISITORS TO TIDAL RIVER.

Month. 1959-60. 1961-62. 1963-64. 1965-66. 1966-67.

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July ...... 186 132 300 367 665 August ...... 618 701 1,250 I,l15 1,732 September ...... 750 1,729 2,524 I,766 2,956 October ...... 789 I,614 1,967 2,624 3,575 November ...... 1,I08 2,022 2,317 2,807 3,081 December ...... 5,869 10,378 11,288 11,903 12,175 January ...... 11,183 14,307 24,858 27,899 29,846 February ...... I,924 2,556 3,201 3,623 5,346 March ...... 2,468 3,534 12,929 6,024 13,988 April ...... 3,863 7,871 3,574 9,556 1,584 M ay ...... 352 I 118 4 717 1,92 7 1,621 June 427 2,010 1,913 Total for Year .. I 29,537 47,010 71,936 71,621 78,482 7

TABLE 2.-TOTAL VISITORS FOR CHRISTMAS, NEW YEAR AND EASTER PERIODS.

Period. 1959-60. 1961-62. 1965-66. 1966-67.

~·-----~·--··------!-·---·- --~-----··--->-----·----:-----·--·--!---·------December-January 17,063 24,585 36,086 39,802 42,021 March-April .. 1 6,339 . 11,405 13,438 ,. 15,580 15,572 (weather poor) · (weather good) (weather good). (weather good) (weather mainly 1 1 good) --~·---

TABLE 3.-PARK REVENUE AND WAGES.

Revenue from Park Services Year. (excluding N.P.A. Grants). Expenditure on Wag<."s.

·----.. -----··----·---·------·----·----·------·------$ $ 1959-60 23,772 11,604 1961-62 46,570 18,954 1963-64 70,802 26,292 1965-66 . • I 78,589 34,564 1966-67 94,186 37,200

Park Activities. Fire protection works carried out during the year included the rotary-slashing of selected areas and protective burning ; improvements were also made in regard to fire fighting equipment and emergency measures. Routine maintenance of walking tracks was carried out. Particular attention was paid to construction work on the newly-aligned track to Sealer's Cove. Portion of the main entrance road and certain key roads within the Tidal River camping area were sealed.

Condition of the Park. The park generally is well cared for and in good condition.

5. MOUNT BUFFALO NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. The membership of the Committee was the same as for the previous year.

Visitor Statistics. It is estimated that between 40,000 and 45,000 persons visited the park during the year under review. The estimated increase in visitors of 5,000 over the previous year can be attributed mainly to the better snow season. This figure includes guests at the Chalet and Tatra Inn, day visitors and campers. The improved visitor figures were accompanied by a substantial increase in revenue from the Pomalift. Receipts this year were $8,308. 60 as compared with $2,995 for the previous year. The number of campers over the Christmas 1966 and Easter 1967 periods was 624. They paid fees totalling $413. 60. For the corresponding period in the previous year, campers were 743 and fees paid by them totalled $361.60.

Park Activities. As usuaL attention was paid to fire protection works and protective burning was carried out in the vicinity of the Ranger's house. Re-sheeting of roads and Echo Point parking area with gravel was carried out at a cost of $1,000 and considerable work was done on tracks in other parts of the park. Soil conservation works were carried out under the supervision of a Technical Officer of the Authority. During the autumn of 1967 a further campaign to control rabbits was conducted by the Lands Department. 8

General maintenance was carried out on various buildings. Major works completed included alteration to the toilet block at Dingo Dell parking area, at a cost of $2,863, and the erction of a six-bay garage costing $3,063. In addition, the amenities block at the camping ground was modernized by the installation of L.P. gas water heaters and gas meters, to provide showers for campers, at a cost of $5,765. Further clearing, grooming and drainage works were carried out on the Cresta ski runs, under the supervision of one of the Authority's Technical Officers. Condition of the Park. The park is in good condition.

6. THE LAKES NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. There was one change in personnel during the year. Mr. C. Bowden, an Inspector of Schools, was obliged to resign on 5th March, 1967, due to his impending transfer to a metropolitan inspectorate. Mr. Bowden had rendered valuable service to the Committee for more than five years. Park Activities. A wide range of activities was carried out during the year. Fire protection works included the cutting and clearing of firebreaks, development of water supplies, maintenance of access tracks and provision of fireplaces in safe areas. Conservation works were carried out along the coastline in the Balfour's Hill and Banksia areas and trees were planted in selected areas to restore losses in past years. A vegetation mapping programme was commenced by Dr. D. Parsons of the University of Melbourne ; this will be useful for classification purposes. Action was taken to destroy rabbits and foxes. To assist tourists arriving by boat, an 80-ft. long jetty was constructed by the Public Works Department. Condition of the Park. The park generally is in good condition.

7. LIND NATIONAL PARK. The roadworks referred to in the previous report were completed by the Country Roads Board during the year and the necessary conservation works carried out. The park generally is in good condition.

8. ALFRED NATIONAL PARK. In the previous report reference was made to the severe damage to the Princes Highway, where it crosses Coolwater Creek, which was caused by heavy rain in June, 1966. The Country Roads Board and Soil Conservation Authority have collaborated in the execution of conservation works, which are slowly having a good effect. However, it will be many years before this scar has been healed completely, and the micro-flora lower down the creek may never fully recover. Apart from this particular area, the park generally is in good condition.

9. WINGAN INLET NATIONAL PARK. Despite the lack of a good access road and the fact that only simple amenities exist at the tourist area, this park remains popular with visitors. Added interest has been created by the clearing of a walking track by the Ranger from the tourist area through the bush to the Inlet. The Authority is becoming increasingly concerned at the depredations of vandals who dump rubbish in or near the tourist area and who shoot seals on the Skerries rocks. The Ranger has so far been unsuccessful in apprehending those responsible for the shooting, but his alertness and that of the Fisheries and Wildlife Officer for the area have no doubt minimized the damage caused. The park generally is in good condition.

10. MALLACOOTA INLET NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. Mr. R. J. Davidson, who had been a member of the Committee since 1959, resigned to take up a position overseas. Mr. W. R. Corrie, a local resident. was appointed on 27th February, 1969, to fill the vacancy. Mr. A. E. Wilson, who resigned in October, 1965, was replaced by Mr. R. G. Taylor, a Mel­ bourne solicitor, on 3rd November, 1966. 9

Park Activities. Fire Protection. Several small fires occurred which \"ere alleged to have been lit by boating parties at various locations on the foreshore but fortunately were brought under control in their early stages.

Tourist Tracks and Roads. ln the South-West Arm, additional track signs were erected, while further walking tracks in the north-western section of the park were continued by the Ranger during the year. The number of walking tracks leading from picnic areas (provided with road access) through timbered slopes to the water's edge and jetty sites has also been increased.

Equipment. During the year, a 20-ft. fibre-glass boat powered by a 100-h.p. outboard motor was purchased. lt will be used for fire protection activities, general patrol work and for the transportation of equip­ ment to various sections of the park.

Condition of the Park. The park is in good condition.

11. T ARRA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. There was one change in the Committee of Management of the Tarra Valley Park during the year. Mr. H. B. Prewett, who had represented the Forests Commission for seven years, tendered his resignation due to his transfer to another forest district. He was succeeded by Mr. A. K. Sheldon as from December, 1966.

Visitor Statistics. During the year over 30,000 people visited Tarra Valley National Park. Parking fees collected amount to $512.20 as compared with $529 for the previous year. A special tour of South and East Gippsland, conducted this year by the Victorian Govern­ ment Tourist Bureau, included Bulga and Tarra Valley National Parks.

Park Activities. This park having long been well established requires little in the way of improvement, apart from the usual maintenance. During the year improvements were made to the water supply, garbage disposal and septic tank system. The park generally is in good condition.

12. BULGA NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. The park has the same Committee of Management as Tarra Valley National Park.

Visitor Statistics. lt is estimated that during the year, some 30,000 people visited the park-parking fees collected amounted to $228 as compared with $207 for the previous year.

Park Activities. During the year an office-cum-store was constructed for the use of the Ranger, and walking paths were extended; improvements were also made to the water supply.

Condition of the Park. The park is well cared for and in good condition.

13. CHURCHILL NATIONAL PARK. Committee qf' Management. There was no change in the membership of the Committee of Management during the year.

Visitor Statistics. The park maintains its popularity, the three picnic areas being particularly well patronized. It is estimated that approximately 12,000 people visited the park during the year. 10

Park Activities. Fire protection works have received proper attention during the year and various improve­ ments have been made for the benefit of visitors. These include the provision of additional picnic facilities (fireplaces, tables and seats) and information notices. An important developmtent has been completion of the perimeter fence and this, in association with the practice of locking the gates at the western end of the park at night, has greatly reduced the incidence of vandalism.

Condition of the Park. The park is well cared for and in good condition despite the severe drought conditions.

14. FRASER NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. During the year, Mr. K. Jerome replaced Mr. J. R. Channon as the representative of the Forests Commission, following the transfer of the latter to another forest district.

Visitor Statistics. The following table, which presents figures for Fraser National Park and the adjoining Eildon Water Reserve for visitors from 1st July, 1962 to 30th June, 1967, shows clearly how public interest has increased over this five-year period.

----~~--~------~------~ ------i 1962-63. 1963-64. 1964-65. 1965-66. 1966-67. - Campers .. 1,824 2,495 3,608 4,148 7,610 Camps .. 469 664 964 1,188 1,874 Day Visitors .. .. 4,923 6,622 7,095 10,088 11,140 Cars .. 1,366 1,802 1,877 2,758 3,040 Boats .. 490 609 809 1,065 1,257 I Caravans .. 33 41 63 124 249 $626 $844 $2,303 $4,696 Park Revenue .. S640 I i I

Park Activities. The general pattern of activities in the park has now been established and continued along the same lines as for the previous year. The various works carried out included fire protection activities, maintenance of roads and walking tracks, improvements to the main road and to the water supply to meet the growing needs of tourists, conservation work and vermin control. It is encouraging to see that the control of rabbits over the past years and the gradual exclusion of straying cattle and sheep (by fencing and other means) have resulted in the natural regen­ eration of many native trees.

Condition of tile Park. The park is in good condition.

15. HATTAH LAKES NATIONAL PARK. Visitor Statistics. As in the previous year the number of visitors to the park exceeded 9,000.

Conservation Works. Despite the low rainfall for the year under review the conservation plots referred to in previous reports continue to make good progress, so far as regeneration is concerned.

Flora and Fauna. The scarcity of forage for fauna due to low rainfall has caused a reduction in numbers of kangaroos and emus. 11

Vermin and Noxious Weed5. The intensive campaign to eliminate vermin and noxious weeds was continued during the. year. Numerous feral goats were destroyed and the spread has been checked of such weeds a& Californian puncture burr, onion weed, thorn apple and horehound.

Building. New toilets were completed during the year.

Condition of the Park. Although the lakes are likely to be dried out by the summer of 1967, the park otherwise is in good condition.

16. MOUNT RICHMOND NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. During the year, Mr. I. W. Cook, an officer of the Lands Department, was transferred to another district, necessitating his resignation from the Committee. Mr. A. F. Davies resigned as secretary as from 30th June, 1967, but remained a member of the Committee. Mr. K. R. Morrison succeeded Mr. Davies as honorary secretary.

Park Activities. Although the park is still in the developmental stage, it continues to attract a considerable number of visitors. During the year, firebreaks which had been constructed in previous years were maintained and it is pleasing to record that the park suffered no damage from fire dcring the year. The road to the summit was completed by the Portland Shire Council during the year.

Condition of the Park. The park is in a satisfactory condition.

17. MOUNT ECCLES NATIONAL PARK. Committee of Management. Membership of the Committee of Management was the same as for tht> previous year.

Visitor Statistics. The figures given in the table below indicate the sustained interest in this park. These figures show the number of cars and visitors recorded by the Ranger whilst on duty, largely during week-ends.

Cars. Persons.

1962-63 .. 1,487 5,385

1963-64 .. 1,704 6,677

1964-65 .. 1,696 7,300

1965-66 .. 1,715 7,304

1966-67 .. 1,540 7,006

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Park Activities. As this is a day visitor park which has now been provided with most of the basic amenities, park activities during the year were mainly concerned with the planting of additional native trees on the slopes of the crater and the restocking of Lake Surprise with trout for the benefit of anglers. The walking tracks and fire access tracks were maintained. Condition of the Park. The park is in a satisfactory condition.

18. GLENALADALE NATIONAL PARK. Visitor Statistics. During the year more than 3,000 visitors to the park were counted by the Ranger who is employed for three days per week. 12

Park Activities. The major development during the year was the construction of a new access road. This enables visitors to drive within a short distance of the most interesting gully vegetation and preliminary work has been done on the construction of new walking tracks to facilitate access to the park features.

Condition of the Park.

The park is still showing the effects of the severe fire which swept throu~jh it in March, 1965. Recovery is being retarded by very dry conditions.

19. PORT CAMPBELL NATIONAL PARK. Visitor Statistics. At least 10,000 tourists visited the park during the year. They paid fees totalling $4,066 as compared with $2,755 for the previous year.

Park Activities. During the year under review considerable work was carried out in the camping ground, which is situated in close proximity to Port Campbell township. A new amenities block was erected and flood protection measures were effected through the construction of a levee bank aimed at preventing tidal flooding of the camping ground. In addition, camp sites were levelled and grassed and trees were planted in the camping area.

Staff and Visitors. It was necessary during the busy summer period to employ a full-time assistant to help the Ranger with the maintenance of the camp ground and the control of visitors.

Tourist Roads. During the year, the Country Roads Board completed 14,500 feet of tourist roads leading to various coastal features within the park.

Flora Survey. Messrs. A. C. Beauglehole and E. Finck made a survey of the park flora during the spring of 1966 ; 360 species of native plants were collected and recorded on this survey and the Authority plans to retain the collection for reference purposes.

Buildings. Work has been commenced on the construction of a new garage and tool shed, and a considerable amount of repair work has been carried out on existing buildings.

Condition of the Park. The park generally is in good condition and well cared for.

20. MORWELL NATIONAL PARK. Morwell National Park was declared by Act of Parliament on 17th April, 1967. No development has yet taken place.

PROPOSED NATIONAL PARKS. During the year the Authority set up a Committee consisting of four of its members to advise it on problems associated with the investigation of proposals for new national parks. The Committee has given close attention to the matters listed hereunder.

Lower Glenelg Area. Suggestions for a national park on the Lower Glenelg River have been put forward for many years. During the year, a comprehensive report was prepared by an officer of the Authority, and, after consideration by the Committee and the Authority, it was referred to the Land Utilization Advisory Council for examination. This report recommended that an area of some 45,000 acres should be permanently reserved as a national park. The proposal included a long narrow strip along the Glenelg River designed to protect the environs of that magnificent stream, along with two large " blocky " areas suitable for conservation of wildlife. 13

In this region many species of plants and animals which are restricted to the eastern part of the State meet species which are normally associated with the more arid part of the continent ; hence the area offers a unique opportunity for wildlife study. This wildlife is now trapped in the rapidly diminishing native forest of the Lower Glenelg area. At the time of the report, 661 different native plants had been recorded from the proposed park, 61 of them not being found further west. More than 160 species of birds and some of our rare animals such as the Tiger Cat and the Potoroo have also been recorded. Werribee Gorge. During the year a detailed investigation of the Werribee Gorge was undertaken and a report prepared by one of the Authority's officers. The Authority has initiated moves to have this area, which is one of great scientific and scenic interest, permanently reserved as a national park. Organ Pipes. During the year earlier negotiations were continued and it is understood that the legal aspects of the situation are now being resolved. Little Desert. Plans to have a national park created in the Little Desert area received a notable impetus during the year by the reservation of the former Kiata Lowan Sanctuary Reserve as a site for a national park under the Lands Act and the appointment of the Authority as a Committee of Management therefor under Section 12A of the National Parks Act. The Authority has appointed as Ranger, Mr. Keith Hateley who is well-known for his long association with the sanctuary and for his expert knowledge of the Lowan (Mallee Fowl). The next step is to purchase a narrow corridor of land, at present privately owned, to connect the sanctuary with a larger area (2,300 acres±) of Crown land lying to the south. Finance to enable this to be done has been made available by the former Committee of Management for the sanctuary and steps are in hand for this transaction to be finalized. The Authority is greatly indebted to all those concerned for their fine co-operative efforts in securing for this State a most interesting tract of land which will ultimately, it is hoped, be reserved as a national park. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENTS. As in previous years there has been close consultation between the Authority and the various Committees of Management in regard to development programmes and Appendix 5 shows the works proposed for the year 1967-68. FINANCE. Treasury allocations to the National Parks Fund for the year under review were $74,500 from Consolidated Revenue and $181,800 from Loan Fund. Also in addition to a grant of $100,000 made to the Country Roads Board for work on roads in and leading to national parks special grants totalling $8,624 were made to the Authority for the following purposes :- (a) $4,624 Purchase of land for addition to the Fern Tree Gully National Park. (b) $4,000 Clearing works in the Cresta area of the Mount Buffalo National Park. Appendix 2 shows the moneys paid into the National Parks Fund and the disbursement thereof. Appendix 3 shows the purpose to which the moneys for maintenance and improvements were applied. The Statement of Receipts and Expenditure for the respective national parks are shown in Appendix 4. Reference has been made in previous reports to the difficulty of providing the necessary services with the finance available ; but, during the year, some useful additions have been made to facilities already available in the national parks. The Authority is grateful to the Government for the opportunity of providing such services, but would again bring under notice the fact that the Authority is confronted with the problem of meeting the demands of an age in which not only leisure hours are increasing but also the desire on the part of the public for more interesting ways of using such leisure. The total population is increasing and at the same time the requirements of each individual are growing-a compound effect. To meet this demand, in so far as national parks are concerned, more parks are required and more finance to provide the necessary developments. CONCLUSION. In previous reports the Authority has expressed its thoughts on the role of national parks in providing inter alia for the recreational needs of the people-people who are growing in numbers, in leisure time and in their demands for more sophisticated use of their leisure-and on the steps which are necessary in providing for these needs. 14

The Authority is conscious of the Government's problems in coping with the needs of other Government services and recognizes that the progress made in national parks during the past decade (and longer) is due to the help given by the Government. However, promoting national parks is the Authority's function-a task imposed by Parliament-and the Authority feels that it has a special responsibility to keep itself informed on developments in this field to convey its findings to the Government. Victoria's national parks service, even if it does not formally bear that name, cannot exist in a vacuum. It does not and cannot stand apart from the rest of the economy. The national parks service has an important part to play in the national life which in recent years has begun to vibrate. There are many of us who are old enough to recall the quiet leisurely days of the horse and cart, but the tempo of our modern society has accelerated so greatly that, much as some of us might yearn for the quietude of yesteryear, we must resign ourselves to the fact that we are taking part in a social and economic revolution. Just as we are now, through the impact of modern technology on our natural resources-minerals, oils, gas, forests, fish, water, &c.-beginning to expand our economy at a rate which at times leaves us a little breathless, so too are we increasingly feeling the impact of the demands for more sophisticated forms of outdoor recreation.

In the days of our parents~indeed, not so many years ago-the privileged few who were able to escape from the city for a holiday in the country were content to accept primitive conditions in campgrounds and the like without too much complaint. Nowadays, thanks to the impact of the mass media-T.V., radio, published reports and personal experiences abroad~many people, young and old, want better camping grounds, modern amenities, better roads and "the other good things of life''. Quite apart from the scientific and aesthetic aspects of national parks, the value of which should never be doubted, the national parks are caught up in this demand for improved and expanded outdoor recreational facilities. The Authority has in fact, using the funds provided by the Government, endeavoured to make some provision for the people's needs; by improving camping facilities at such places as Tidal River, Lake Catani, Fraser National Park, Wyperfeld and Port Campbell, but·the need grows. At Wilson's Promontory, for example, the peak tourist population is of the order of 4,000 (possibly 4,500) and it is growing. The problem of disposing of human waste products-sewage and garbage-is becoming increasingly acute. Running a national parks service does not consist merely of providing the people with the opportunity to spend a day or a week in the wide open spaces of the particular park. In giving the public access to that park we immediately become involved in numerous other aspects of modern living. The Authority must rise to the occasion-must meet the demands of the new situation. The resources must be used, yet preserved; the environment must be disturbed by the introduction of alien elements, yet must be protected against contamination. These problems were seemingly so uncomplicated a few years ago that many have difficulty in recognizing that the problems are real. As Ira B. Lykes, Chief of Park Practice, U.S.A., says, "It is not always easy to update organization thinking which has been deeply rooted in tradition". There is a strong tendency in this country to follow the lead from U.S.A. This is under­ standable; both are young countries of vast outdoor expanse in which freedom of the individual has a high rating. Because the early pioneers in both countries grew up in an environment in which wide open spaces and, in general blue skies overhead, exerted an all-pervading influence, there has been a marked similarity in the pattern of behaviour of the peoples of the two countries. As Australia has developed its primary and secondary industries, strong bonds have been forged between the two countries in the technical, economic and political fields and, since the end of World War 11, the more frequent visits between the people of the two countries have all tended to set the Australian pattern in an American mould. That Australian practice follows American has one great advantage: it is possible to profit from the experience of the fore-runners. What all this means for us is that the tremendous upsurge in camping and caravanning which is taking place in America can be expected to influence the behaviour of Australians and it is necessary now to plan ahead, least we become engulfed by developments which are now being shaped. It was stated earlier in this report that the national parks service cannot live in a vacuum. Nor can any part of it. In the foregoing, particular reference has been made to the growth of camping activities, but these are only part of the functions which the Authority must execute in giving effect to Parliament's direction that inter alia the national parks be used "to provide for the education and enjoyment of visitors". In addition, the Act requires that the Authority protect the indigenous plant and animal wildlife and features of scenic, scientific and historic interest and the Authority has the additional duty of protecting the national parks from injury by fire. 15

The Authority believes that the objects of the Act and the duties imposed by it on the Authority are soundly based ; but feels bound to bring to the notice of the Government the fact that the fulfillment of these objectives requires the Authority to be provided with the necessary resources. Over a period the Government has demonstrated its sympathy with the Authority in its problems by providing finance and staff, but the rate of progress is far below what the Authority considers necessary, in the light of its assessment of current and future needs. The creation and development of a virile national parks service for the people of this State requires above all an adequate staff of high calibre and having the necessary training and experience. Over the past ten years, the Authority has acquired only four scientific officers in addition to the Director, and the growth of the administrative staff has been correspondingly slow. It is simply not possible for the Authority to achieve its assigned objectives without adequate staff.

Many of the problems associated with the development of the national parks are complex. The formulation and implementation of fire protection plans require careful planning and subsequent action. It is not sufficient to rely entirely on the Forests Commission for its help in this work, even if that body could render all the service required in the national parks at the times the Authority requires such assistance : the Authority through its technical staff must be an active partner in such work. The Authority carries the responsibility.

The proper management of a national park calls in the first place for an evaluation of the area as a whole and an intimate knowledge of the flora and fauna and other features, which have to be preserved, and of the distribution of these items. ln essence this means that an ecological survey is necessary and, although the Authority has received valuable assistance from the Soil Conservation Authority in regard to Mount Buffalo and Wilson's Promontory National Parks, it must be recognized that this is an Authority function and the Authority must be equipped to carry out such surveys itself. Only when " stock has been taken " and the ecological data are available and understood, is it possible intelligently to formulate a plan of management by classifying areas within the park in accordance with their biological content and other features.

The Authority's Classification Committee has devised a classification scheme and, with the aid of the Soil Conservation Authority, has made some progress in the ecological surveys of Mount Buffalo and Wilson's Promontory National Parks. The Authority must, in the absence of such basic data, act on an empirical basis and hope that the future will not reveal any serious errors. But the real answer lies in the provision of trained staff to guide the Authority in making its decisions. The Act requires the Authority to provide " for the education and enjoyment of visitors to national parks". The Authority interprets this to mean that visitors, on leaving the parks, should be better informed on the features of the park(s) and on the inter-relationships of the various biological and environmental factors which are involved in these features. There is little doubt that visitors to national parks desire to experience this educational stimulus and one of the features of American national parks on which every Australian visitor comments so favourably is the " interpretative service ". Through this medium the story of the park is translated by the Park Naturalists for the benefit of the people. The Authority recognizes the need for such an extension of its services in Victoria's national parks ; but lack of staff and finance are delaying the creation of an interpretative service. It will be recognized that the planning and execution of such a service require a thorough understanding of the facts and scientific principles, and the facility to expound lucidly upon such matters to an audience which is, for the most part, uninformed but eager to learn about the world of nature. The Authority is aware that the lot of the pioneer has always been a hard one and that it has a pioneering role in the development of a national parks service for Victoria. It is grateful to the Government for the assistance rendered over tht> years, but feels bound to inform the Government of its problems and what is required in the Authority's view, to enable it to fulfil the tasks assigned under the Act. 16

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. The Authority expresses its thanks to the various Government Departments and other organizations and to the Committees of Management for their valued assistance throughout the year. With their help, and that of the Government, the Authority will strive to promote the cause of national parks in Victoria.

J. W. MANSON, Chairman.

J. H. ALDRED, Deputy Chairman.

L. H. SMITH, Director.

A. J. HOLT.

A. 0. P. LAWRENCE.

R. G. DOWNES.

A. DUNBA VIN BUTCHER.

DEWAR W. GOODE.

G. PIZZEY.

H. R. BURT.

G. E. HINDLE.

J. T. McDONALD, Allan's Building, 276 Collins-street, Melbourne. 17

APPENDIX 1.

COMMITTEES OF MANAGEMENT AS AT 30TH JUNE, 1961 •

WYPERFELD NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman Treasurer H. E. Tarr. M. C. Downes, B.Sc., Fisheries and Wildlife Department. R. P. Falla. J. Ros Garnet. J. M. Landy, B.Agr.Sc. I. 0. Maroske, B.Sc., B.Ed. W. G. D. Middleton, Dip.For. (Cres.), Forests Commission.

K1NGLAKE NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman A. W. Shillinglaw, B.Sc., Dip.For. (Vie.). D. H. Ashton, Ph.D., Botany Department, University of Melbourne. J. A. Balharrie. W. R. Harris, Lands Department. A. C. T. Hewitt, M.Agr.Sc., Agriculture Department. J. K. Lawry. Cr. F. W. Nankervis, Shire of Eltham. S. Owen. W. F. Waters (Deputy Chairman). Secretary K. J. Douglass, Forests Commission.

FERN TREE GULLY NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman A. C. Tye, J.P. The Honorable. G. L. Chandler, C.M.G., M.L.C. A. A. Elliott, J.P. D. P. Maguire. V. W. Page, J.P. (Deputy Chairman). A. L. Peverill, Lands Department. J. C. Westcott, Dip.For. (Cres.), Forests Commission. Secretary Mrs. M. Chesterfield.

WILSON'S PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman J. McNally, M.Sc., National Museum. C. W. Brazenor. R. P. Cooper, F.N.l.A. (Deputy Chairman). H. W. Brandy, Victorian Government Tourist Bureau. J. K. Dempster, B.Sc., Fisheries and Wildlife Department. H. G. Hardcastle, A.R.A.I.A. L. Mercer. Cr. J. H. McDonald, Shire of South Gippsland. R. T. Seaton, Dip.For. (Vie.), Forests Commission. Acting Secretary A. G. McKenzie, National Parks Authority.

MOUNT BUFFALO NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman The Honorable I. A. Swinburne, M.L.C. C. W. Elsey, Dip.For. (Vie.), Forests Commission. T. W. Glazebrook, E.D., F.M.T.C., C.E., C.T.P.C. (N.S.W.), A.M.J.E. (Aust.), Country Roads Board. R. E. Jaekson, B.C.E., A.M.l.E. (Aust.), Public Works Department. F. P. Kennedy. C. J. Pollock. R. M. Rollason. Secretary N. W. Wright, Lands Department.

THE LAKES NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman B. M. Nicholson, B.Agr.Sc., Soil Conservation Authority. F. R. Drake, B.Agr.Sc., Department of Agriculture. D. A. Gilsenan. J. Glover. J. P. Slater, Dip.For. (Cres.), Forests Commission. L. J. LeGrand. K. J. Street, Fisheries and Wildlife Department. Secretary E. V. Barton. 3367/69.-2 18

APPENDIX 1-continued.

CoMMITTEES OF MANAGEMENT AS AT 30TH JUNE, 1967-continued.

MALLACOOTA INLET NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman W. R. Mann, J.P. F. Buckland, Jnr. F. Cole. W. R. Corrie. H. R. Parke, Dip.For. (Vie.), Forests Commission. L. N. Robinson. R. G. Taylor. G. W. A. Whitham, Fisheries and Wildlife Department. N. A. Wakefield, B.Sc. Secretary N. J. Telfer, National Parks Authority.

TARRA VALLEY AND BULGA NATIONAL PARKS Cr. E. M. Barry l Cr. C. L. Graham • Cr. R. M. Irving . Cr. K. D. Kay I' Shire of Alberton. Cr. A. MacDonald Cr. C. A. Maxwell Cr. J. P. O'Connor A. K. Sheldon, B.Sc.(For.), Forests Commission Cr. W. D. Sweeney } Cr. S. B. Walpole Shire of Alberton. Secretary A. W. Curry, F.I.M.A., J.P.

CHt:RCHILL NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman The Honorable G. L. Chandler, C.M.G., M.L.C. K. A. McAllister, Lands Department. D. M. Pollock, J.P., (Deputy Chairman). Cr. A. G. Robinson, J.P., Shire of Berwick. Cr. B. M. Seebeck, Shire of Knox. A. E. Temple. J. C. Westcott, Dip.For. (Cres.), Forests Commission. W. G. Wright, A.M.I.E., Dandenong City Council. Honorary Secretary R. W. McKellar, J.P.

FRASER NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman Cr. H. C. FitzRoy, J.P., Shire of Alexandra. W. S. Brake, B.C.E. (Melb.), C.T.P. & C. (N.S.W.), A.M.I.E. (Aust.), Country Roads Board. N. Cole (Deputy Chairman). Cr. L. H. Coller, Shire of Alexandra. L G. Curoming. K. Jerome, Dip.For. (Cres.), Forests Commission. J. C. F. Wharton, B.Sc., Fisheries and Wildlife Department. M. S. Wood, D.D.A., M.A.I.A.S., Soil Conservation Authority. Secretary A. G. McKenzie, National Parks Authority.

MOUNT RICHMOND NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman R. K. Blacker. Cr. V. A. Antony, Shire of Portland. A. C. Beauglehole. A. F. Davies. Dr. J. LeM. Kneebone, Town of Portland. N. N. Wade. Secretary K. R. Morrison, Dip.For. (Cres.), Forests Commission.

MOUNT EcCLES NATIONAL PARK.

Chairman Cr. P. A. Paton. A. R. Archer, Lands Department. R. R. Fleetwood. T. L. Power. G. 0. Ritchie, B.C.E., C.E., Shire Engineer, Shire of Minhamite. G. Stephens. Honorary Secretary K. R. Morrison, Dip.For. (Cres.), Forests Commission. 19

APPE~DIX 2.

NATIONAL PARKS FUND. STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE, 1967.

Receipts. $ $ Expenditure. $ $ Balance as at lst July, 1966 19,475 Administrative Expenses­ Contribution from Revenue-Division 8/3-3 74,500 Salaries and Overtime 56,065 Contribution from Loan Fund .. 181,800 General Expenses 17,485 Special Grants 8,624 Expenses of Committee Members 2,198 75,748 Other Receipts- Port Campbell National Park 4,066 Maintenance and Improvements to National Refunds .. 5,620 Parks 206,922 Recoupments 1,679 Rentals 1,146 Sale of Vehicles and Equipment 1,916 Sale of Stock-Wilson's Promontory Cafe 744 Proceeds on Acquisition-Kiata Reserve 353 Miscellaneous 113 Balance as at 30th June, 1967 17,366 15,637

300,036 300,036

APPENDIX 3.

EXPENDITURE FROM NATIONAL PARKS FUND ON EACH ~ATIONAL PARK 1966-67.

Alfred National Park- $ $ Maintenance 74 Miscellaneous 2 76 Bulga National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 1,657 Miscellaneous 62 Tracks and Conservation 155 Swing Bridge .. 500 Repairs to Tank Stand 240 Office and Store 273 2,887 Churchill National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 3,464 Miscellaneous 68 Fire Protection 300 Roads, Tracks and Conservation 176 Camping and Picnic Area 7 Ranger's Vehicle 460 4,475 East Gippsland National Parks- Ranger Service 2,971 2,971 Fern Tree Gully National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 9,080 Miscellaneous 286 Fire Protection 659 Roads and Tracks 12 Water Supply-One Tree Hill 180 Toilet Block 206 Blackberry Control .. 770 Land Purchase 1,144 Residence 12,000 Look-out Tower Repairs 176 Tractor Repairs 250 24,763 Fraser National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 3,831 Park Assistant 2,524 Miscellaneous 127 Fire Protection 6 Conservation 144 Camping Area 963 Water Supply 595 Toilet Blocks 9 Fencing (Doyle) 1,232 Road Maintenance 1,623 Vehicle Repairs-Running and Maintenance 400 Telephone .. 1,945 ---- 13,399 Glenaladale National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 1,417 Fire Protection 27 1,444 20

APPENDIX 3-continued.

ExPENDITURE FROM NATIONAL PARKS FUND ON EACH NATIONAL PARK !966-67-continued. Hattah Lakes National Park- $ $ Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 3,982 Park Assistant 2,372 Miscellaneous 95 Fire Protection 75 Water Supply 404 Toilet Block 859 Vermin and Noxious Weed Control 427 Fencing 130 Natural History Collection 42 Equipment (Ranger's Residence) 210 Vehicle-Replacement 2,660 11,256 Kiata National Park- Establishment Grant I ,151 Fire Protection 25 Water Supply-Windmill 460 1,636 Kinglake National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 4,100 Miscellaneous 115 Fire Protection 769 Roads and Tracks 592 Picnic Areas 1,600 Toilet Block 4,006 Safe 79 11,261 The Lakes National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 2,000 Miscellaneous 5 Fire Protection 139 Conservation 65 Picnic Shelter 300 Water Supply 122 2,631 Lind National Park- Maintenance 74 Miscellaneous 2 76 Mallacoota Inlet National Park- Maintenance 500 Management 565 Miscellaneous 71 Fire Protection 77 Roads and Tracks 192 Camping and Picnic Area 200 Ranger's Residence 346 Equipment .. 300 Boat 3,260 5,511 Mount Buffalo National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 8,000 Miscellaneous 74 Fire Protection 97 Conservation and Walking Tracks 580 Toilet Block-Camping Area 189 Toilet Block-Dingo Dell 4,710 Cresta Clearing 4,118 Removal of Rocks-Dingo Dell Ski-run 212 Pomalift 5,513 Garages 3,145 Survey-Tatra Inn 240 Vehicle-Replacement 2,490 Vehicle Repairs 83 29,451 Mount Eccles National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 1,750 Miscellaneous 33 Brochure 230 2,013 Mount Richmond National Park- Ranger Service 800 Miscellaneous 10 Fire Protection 137 947 Port Campbell National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 5,348 Miscellaneous 130 Fire Protection 57 Roads, Tracks and Conservation 325 Camping Area 2,732 Water Supply 271 Toilet Block-New .. 8,465 Toilet Block-Repairs 405 Residence 12,000 Garage 11 Signs 9 29,753 21

APPENDIX 3-continued.

EXPENDITURE FROM NATIONAL PARKS FUND ON EACH NATIONAL PARK 1966-67-continued. Tarra Valley National Park- $ $ Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 961 Miscellaneous 36 997 Wilson's Promontory National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 3,750 Maintenance-Tracks 1,875 Miscellaneous 95 Fire Protection .. 7,276 Conservation 240 Camp Development 901 Research-Rabbit Island 37 Geological Survey 400 Tidal River Cafe 28,000 Loan--Terrace Apartments 2,175 Nature Trail Brochure 129 Caravan Hire 759 Cafe Rental, &c. 1,024 Vehicles-Replacement 2,687 Vehicles-New I ,148 Aerial Mosaic .. 8 50,504 Wingan Inlet National Park­ Maintenance 427

Wvperfeld National Park- Maintenance (including Ranger Service) 2,092 Miscellaneous 72 Fire Protection 1,600 Water Supply 339 Aerial Mosaics 42 4,145 General Expenditure Regulations Notice Boards 287 Land Survey 142 Fire Fighting Equipment 59 Ranger Training 228 Narrow Tracked Vehicle 960 Government Fire Pool 1,637 Radio Equipment 232 Publicity 986 Rangers' Uniforms 108 Technical Equipment 223 Bosch Equipment 33 Forest Phones .. 3 Microscope .. 63 Technical Services 1,338 6,299 ---- Total Expenditure 206,922

APPENDIX 4.

Statements of Receipts and Expenditure for the various National Parks for the year ended 30th June, 1967.

WYPERFELD NATIONAL PARK COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT. ·········----- ...------..... _____,,, ______Receipts. $ Expenditure. $

Park Revenue­ Wages 2,194 Miscellaneous 72 General Expenses 586 Grants- Park Improvements 1,833 National Parks Authority 4,027 Excess of payments over receipts 514 4,613 4,613

KINGLAKE NATIONAL PARK CoMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue­ Wages 5,648 Parking Fees 3,492 General Expenses 1,764 Miscellaneous 338 Park Improvements 2,025 Grants- Excess of receipts over payments 5,622 National Parks Authority I 1,229 15,059 15,059 22

APPENDIX 4--continued.

FERN TREE GULLY NATIONAL PARK COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $

Park Revenue­ Wages 8,126 Rent of Kiosk 600 General Expenses 1,465 Rent of Cottage 172 Park Improvements .. 983 Miscellaneous .. 60 Excess of receipts over payments 324 Grants- National Parks Authority 10,066

10,898 10,898

WILSON'S PROMOI'."TORY NATIONAL PARK CoMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. $ $ Expenditure. $

A. Park Revenue- Wages 38,783 ]. Fees- Operating Expenses .. 20,252 Camping .. 43,746 Administrative Expenses 2,323 Parking 3,479 Machinery and Equipment 4,089 Walking Tours 873 Park Improvements .. 3,527 48,098 Excess of receipts over payments 40,489 2. Lodge Rentals 37,387 3. Charges­ Equipment Hire 794 Gas-Store .. 1,232 Gas-Cafe .. 599 Gas-Meters 3,510 Electricity 1,027 ---- 7,162 4. Rentals-other­ Store 1,248 Theatre Area 224 1,472 5. Miscellaneous 1,157 B. Grants- National Parks Authority 14,187

109,463 109,463

MoUNT BUFFALO NATIONAL PARK CoMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. s Expenditure. $ Park Revenue­ Wages 7,485 Camping Fees 414 General Expenses 5,026 Ski-tow 8,308 Park Improvements 14,178 Hire of Hut 19 Excess of receipts over payments 1,965 Miscellaneous 862 Grants- National Parks Authority 19,051

28,654 28,654

-·····--···~-· .... ------..·--- .... ____.... , ____, .. ____.... _. ___,, __

THE LAKES NATIONAL PARK COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. s Expenditure. $

Park Revenue­ Wages 1,310 Miscellaneous 204 General Expenses 691 Grants- Park Improvements .. 831 National Parks Authority 2,599 Excess of payments over receipts 29

2,832 2,832

LINO NATIONAL PARK.*

Receipts. s Expenditure. $ Grants- Wagest National Parks Authority 76 General Expenses 76

76 76 23

APPENDIX 4--continued.

ALFRED NATIONAL PARK.+

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Grants- Wagest National Parks Authority 76 General Expenses 76

76 76

WINGAN INLET NATIONAL PARK. 0

Receipts. $ Expenditure. s Grants- Wagest National Parks Authority 538 General Expenses 460 Park Improvements 78 538 538

MALLACOOTA INLET NATIONAL PARK COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. s Expenditure. $ Park Revenue­ Wagest Miscellaneous 58 General Expenses 4,743 Grants- Park Improvements .. 586 National Parks Authority 6,437 Excess of receipts over payments 1,166

6,495 6,495

TARRA VALLEY AND BULGA NATIONAL PARKS COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue­ Bulga Parking Fees­ Wages 1,991 Bulga 228 General Expenses .. 285 Tarra Valley 512 Park Improvements 428 Grants- Tarra Valley Shire of Alberton 400 Wages 1,601 National Parks Authority 3,577 General Expenses .. 104 Excess of receipts over payments 308

4,717 4,717

CHURCHILL NATIONAL PARK CoMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

----·------·------~------~-- ·;···------~------Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue­ Wages 2,892 Miscellaneous 46 General Expenses 1,181 Grants- Park Improvements 21 National Parks Authority 4,176 Excess receipts over payments 128

4,222 4,222

FRASER NATIONAL PARK CoMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue­ Wages:;: Admission Fees 650 General Expenses 1,935 Camping Fees 3,127 Park Improvements 9,518 Sale of Gas 407 Miscellaneous .. 512 Grants- National Parks Authority 5,105 Excess of payments over receipts 1,652

11,453 11,453 24

APPENDIX 4-continued.

MOUNT RICHMOND NATIONAL PARK CoMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue­ Wages 191 Miscellaneous 17 General Expenses 298 Grants- Park Improvements 137 National Parks Authority 984 Excess of receipts over payments 375 1,001 1,001

- ----·· --~-----····

MOUNT EccLES NATIONAL PARK COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT.

------~------~------~················------~----~-----·· ------··· Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue-­ Wages 1,258 Miscellaneous 15 General Expenses 379 Grants- Park Improvements 52 National Parks Authority 2,047 Excess of receipts over payments 373 2,062 2,062

HATTAH LAKES NATIONAL PARK.+

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue- Wages 5,248 Bee Site Permits 48 General Expenses 3,448 Grants- Park Improvements 1,455 National Parks Authority 10,103 10,151 10,151

GLENALADALE NATIONAL PARK.•

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Grants- Wages 1,344 National Parks Authority 1,371 General Expenses 27 1,371 1,371

------~~----··········---~--

PORT CAMPBELL NATIONAL PARK.+

------~------~--- Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue- Wages 3,208 Camping Fees and Power Charges 4,066 General Expenses 839 Grants- Park Improvements . 23,566 National Parks Authority 23,547 27,613 27,613

KIATA LOWAN SANCTUARY RESERVE.+

Receipts. $ Expenditure. $ Park Revenue- Wages 1,151 Proceeds on Acquisition 353 General Expenses 25 Grants- Park Improvements 460 National Parks Authority 1,283 1,636 1.636

• There is no Committee of Management for these parks. Figures have been extracted from accounts of the National Parks Fund. ' Cost of Ranger Service for East G(ppsland National Parks is shown in Appendix 3. ~ Cost of Wages for Fraser National Park is shown in Appendix 3, 25

APPEND1X 5.

PROPOSED WORKS PROGRAMME FOR 1967-68.

I. W.lper/eld National Park- $ Maintenance including Ranger Service 4,100 Fire Protection 1,600 Improvements 8,400 ---- 14.100

2. Kinglake National Park- Maintenance including Ranger Service 5,400 Fire Protection 4,000 Brochure 600 Improvements-other .. 6,200 ---- 16,200

3. Fern Tree Gully National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 10,500 Fire Protection 1,000 Suspension Bridge 3,000 Improvements-other .. 2,800 ----- 17,300

4. Wilson's Promontory National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 7,800 Fire Protection 6,000 Improvements 10,000 23,800

5. Mount Buffalo National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 8,500 Fire Protection 4,000 Cresta Clearing .. 4,000 Improvements-other .. 7,000 23,500

6. The Lakes National Park- Maintenance including Ranger Service 2,300 Fire Protection 200 Jetty Extension 1,500 Improvements-other .. 600 4,600

7. Lind National Park­ Maintenance .. 500 Fire Protection lOO Improvements 100 ~~-~ 700

8. Alfred National Park­ Maintenance .. 350 Fire Protection lOO Improvements 100 ---- 550

9. Wingan inlet National Park­ Maintenance .. 700 Fire Protection 200 Improvements 1,200 General 200 2,300

10. Ma/lacoota inlet National Park­ Maintenance .. 1,300 Fire Protection 1,000 Brochure 1,500 Improvements 1,900 5,700 ll. Tarra Valley National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 1,200 Fire Protection 200 Improvements 1,600 ---- 3,000

12. Bulga National Park- Maintenance including Ranger Service 2,200 Fire Protection 100 Improvements 1,520 ______, __ 3,820 3367/69.-3 26

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PROPOSED WORKS PROGRAMME FOR 1967-68-continued. $ $ 13. Churchill National Park- Maintenance including Ranger Service 5,200 Fire Protection 500 Picnic Shelter 3,400 Improvements-other .. 1,250 10,350

14. Fraser National Park- Maintenance including Ranger Service 7,500 Fire Protection 1,000 Improvements 19,700 --····- 28,200

15. Hallah Lakes National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 7,400 Fire Protection 200 Natural History Collection 100 Improvements 1,500 --···- 9,200

16. Mount Richmond National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 1,300 Fire Protection 900 Lookout Tower 1,000 Improvements-other .. 200

-~-·-~-··- 3.400

17. }.{ou/ll Eccles National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 1,750 Fire Protection 1,250 Improvements 200 ---- 3.200

18. Glenaladale National Park- Maintenance including Ranger Service 1.900 Fire Protection 100 Improvements 1,600 3.600

19. Port Campbel/ National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 5,700 Fire Protection 400 Improvements 4,000 General 7QO 10,800

20. Lillle Desert National Park­ Maintenance including Ranger Service 3,400 Fire Protection 400 Improvements 1,140 ----- 4,940

21. East Gippsland National Parks­ Ranger Service 3,100 ---- 3,100

22. Miscellaneous and General­ Regulation Notice Boards 500 Land Survey .. 500 Fire Fighting Equipment 850 Ranger Training 1,000 Government Fire Pool Insurance 2,000 Store 2,000 Publicity .. 1,300 Technical Equipment 250 Technical Services 2,700 ----· 11,100 ---- Total 203,460

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WYPERFELD 139.760 ACRES

HATTAH LAKES 44.000 ACRES

THE LAKES 5288 ACRES NATIONAL PARKS

IN MT BUFFALO VICTORIA

K!NGLAKE 14.079 ACRES

927 ACRES

CHURCHILL 477 ACRES

ALFRED 5.406 ACRES

WING AN 4.730 ACRES

MALLACOOTA 11.225 ACRES

PORT CAMP8ELL 1.750 ACRES

MT RICHMOND L534 ACRES

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